Tuesday, April 19, 2005

Factory shipments down

MANUFACTURING shipments fell for the fourth time in the last six months in February, but the drop was the result of volatility in one sector:  transportation equipment, particularly motor vehicles.    more >>

Exports boost trade surplus

A REBOUND in exports boosted Canada’s trade surplus in February, especially with the United States.    more >>

Surge in non-residential investment

A SURGE in business investment in the first quarter propelled total investment in non-residential construction to $6.6 billion, its second highest quarterly results ever.    more >>

SPOTLIGHT: Obesity

This week’s Spotlight is on obesity. A new study demonstrates just how many Canadians are losing their on-going battle against the bulge.    more >>

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